What party did Richard Parker belong to?

Richard Parker was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

When did Richard Parker serve in the U.S. Senate?

Richard Parker served in the U.S. Senate from December 12, 1836 to March 13, 1837, representing Virginia.

When did Richard Parker die?

Richard Parker died on September 9, 1840.

Historical Profile

Richard Parker is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Richard Parker

Former U.S. Senator for Virginia

Biography

Richard Parker (died 1840) was an American politician who represented Virginia in the United States Senate from December 1836 to March 1837, during the 24th–25th Congresses. Parker served as a Democrat. Parker died on September 9, 1840.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Elliott Parker
Died: September 9, 1840
Term Started: December 12, 1836
Term Ended: March 13, 1837

Service History

Dec 12, 1836 – Mar 13, 1837 24th–25th Congresses Democrat Virginia

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Virginia

Mark Warner

Democrat
Tim Kaine

Democrat

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Parker's service:

William Rives (VA) 1836–1837